During the month of March, these libraries will accept donations of nonperishable and non-expired food for people and pets as payment for late fees: Coeur d’Alene Public Library, Kellogg Public Library, Lake City Public Library, Osburn Public Library, St. Maries Public Libraries, West Bonner County Library District, and all the libraries in the Community Library Network — Athol, Bookmobile, Harrison, Hayden, Pinehurst-Kingston, Post Falls, Rathdrum, and Spirit Lake.

Food donations cannot be applied to charges for lost and damaged items. Donations will be given to food banks and animal shelters serving the communities where the libraries operate.

Inquire at your local library to determine how Food for Fines will be applied.